His original contract was extended once to 2019. Another extension would place Bowlsby in control for the next several years.

Bowlsby, who turned 65 in January, said he is interested in remaining in his job for the foreseeable future.

“I’ve had some conversations with our board of directors about extending my agreement, and I’m amenable with that,” Bowlsby told the Morning News. “The people I’ve been with are great to work with and be around.”

The commissioner continually has maintained that the conference isn’t breaking up. The Big 12’s television contracts with FOX and ESPN extend through the 2024-25 season.

The biggest reason for Bowlsby’s confidence is the conference’s grant-of-rights television deal, which binds all conference members in place through the end of those TV deals.